Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit vs Chill Tubs Original
Two cold plunge tubs side by side: Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit at £3,749 and Chill Tubs Original at £4,499. Prices and specifications checked against each maker's page, last on .
Choose the Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit if
- it costs £750 less (20% cheaper)
- it holds more water (470 L against 400 L), useful if you are tall or want room to move
Choose the Chill Tubs Original if
- it was in stock when we last checked and the other was not
| Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit | Chill Tubs Original | |
|---|---|---|
| UK price | £3,749 | £4,499 |
| Type | All-in-one with built-in chiller | All-in-one with built-in chiller |
| Capacity | 470 L | 400 L |
| Includes chiller | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum temperature | Not stated | 3C |
| Heating | Yes | Yes |
| Material | Thermo-pine exterior, fibreglass interior, PUR foam insulation | 316 stainless steel and aluminium |
| Insulation | Not stated | Not stated |
| Chiller capacity | Not stated | Not stated |
| Dimensions | 1015 dia x 1050 h mm | 1800 x 750 x 730 mm |
| Weight (empty) | 60 kg | Not stated |
| Voltage | Not stated | 230V 13A plug |
| Filtration | Not stated | Ozone and filter |
| Outdoor use | Not stated | Yes |
| App control | Not stated | No |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Tested by us | No | No |
| Where to buy | Check price at Balance Recovery | Check price at Chill Tubs |
Buying facts
| Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit | Chill Tubs Original | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per litre of capacity | £7.98 | £11.25 |
| Brand rating on Trustpilot | No profile found | 3.2 from 12 reviews |
| Newest Trustpilot reviews we read | n/a | 2 of 11 at 1-2 stars |
| Where the seller is based | South Tyneside | Chesterfield, Derbyshire |
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Price history
| From | Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit | Chill Tubs Original |
|---|---|---|
| £3,749 | £4,499 | |
| Not tracked yet | £4,499 |
Each row is a date one of the two prices changed; last checked 5 Oct 2026.
What the numbers say
On price, the Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit is £750 cheaper than the Chill Tubs Original (£3,749 against £4,499 in the UK at the time of writing).
Capacity: Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit 470 L, Chill Tubs Original 400 L (advantage Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit).
We have not tested either unit ourselves, so this comparison is built from the makers' specifications, UK pricing and owner feedback; each product page says the same.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit or the Chill Tubs Original cheaper?
The Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit is cheaper at £3,749, £750 less than the Chill Tubs Original at £4,499, on the UK prices we last checked.
Which holds more water, the Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit or the Chill Tubs Original?
The Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit: about 470 litres against 400 litres.
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Read the full pages
- Balance Recovery Mini Ice Bath kit: price, specs and verdict
- Chill Tubs Original: price, specs and verdict
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